Deadline Friday to apply to perform, sell items at Meridian Parks & Rec's solar eclipse events

Deadline Friday to apply to perform, sell items at Meridian Parks & Rec's solar eclipse events Local Report Wed, 03/13/2024 - 06:14 Image

• Chad Miller and the Good Fortune Band are scheduled to perform at the first Texas Twilight Jubilee in Meridian the weekend of the total solar eclipse in early April 2024. The event featuring live music and food and craft vendors is sponsored by the Meridian Parks & Recreation group under the umbrella of the City of Meridian. Courtesy Photo By Meridian Parks & Rec

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Friday, March 15, is the deadline to apply to perform music and sell goods for the Meridian Parks & Recreation group's events the weekend of the total solar eclipse in April 2024.

The group is expecting thousands of people to view the eclipse in Bosque County.

The event called “Texas Twilight Jubilee” aims to give the visitors a warm “Meridian Welcome” and make their stay enjoyable and memorable.

All the events will be free and open to the public at Chisholm Trail Plaza, Lions Park, and Meridian Park from Friday, April 5, to Sunday, April 7.

Vendors, artisans, craftsmen, makers, bakers, artists, growers, food trucks, and food vendors are encouraged to apply for spots through the following online form: www.cognitoforms.com / MeridianTexasParks AndRecreation/ TEXASTWILIGHT JUBILEE2024 Happening during the weekend events is the Meridian Alumni Softball Tournament at Yellowjacket Stadium on Saturday, April 6, from 9 a.m. – 2 p.m.

Tournaments for horseshoes, washers, 3-on-3 basketball, and cornhole are scheduled on Saturday, April 6, from 3 p.m. – 10 p.m.

On Saturday night, the group will show a free family movie “Indiana Jones and the Dial of Destiny” at 8:30 p.m. followed by karaoke at 11 p.m.

On Sunday morning, a sunrise worship service will be led by Pastor Brian Barrett at Chisholm Trail Plaza followed by a pancake breakfast.

For more information about the event and application process, contact Jennifer Lumpkins by phone at (817) 846-3352 or via email at JenLumpkins5@gmail.com.

About Meridian Parks & Recreation

Meridian Parks and Recreation is dedicated to the improvements, upkeep, and maintenance of Meridian’s local parks.

The group relies on volunteers, generous donors, and the community to support its programs and help develop the city with natural beauty.

Among the projects the group partners with are Meridian Grassroots and other volunteer organizations and has completed the John A. Lomax Amphitheater, a disc golf course, and Chisholm Trail Plaza.

For more information, visit www. facebook.com/ meridiantxparks.